2 month Appointment

Samuel had his 2 month appointment this last Wednesday and he was actually at 9 weeks, not 8 weeks, so I think he had an edge on his numbers with an extra week under his belt. 


Weight:  13 pounds (75-90%tile)
Height:   23 3/8in (50-75%tile)
Head:     16 1/8" (75%tile)

Samuel also had to get his vaccinations - thankfully dad was along to help out as mom couldn't even look!  He screamed louder than I HAVE EVER heard him scream - poor guy had 4-5 shots in his thighs and one oral vaccination.  It was very sad, but necessary.  He was easily calmed down with a feeding and slept through lunch and for several hours. 

Unfortunately, Samuel woke up with a vengeance and nothing could console his screaming, crying, shaking, and quivering - it was awful and it lasted forever.  His poor thigh was red and warm to the touch.  I have never had him so upset and was not able to console him for so long.  I finally called dad and he called the doctor who instructed me to take a rectal temperature..... YIKES!  But... we managed that much to Sam's further displeasure but no temperature. He finally calmed down in my lap and dad ended up leaving work early and picking up some infant pain drops.  Not a peacefull afternoon!  I guess we repeat all of this at 4 months!

Otherwise, I moved Samuel to the bassinette last night and it went well - we need to start transitioning him to a crib soon.  Even if I don't, I know he'll be taking his naps in a crib at daycare. 

Two more weeks of maternity leave...... sigh.....  a big transition ahead!